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FX63 ZGZ

2013 BMW 525

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

174,316 mi
Last recorded174,316 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 BMW 52585,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX63 ZGZ
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2026 174,316 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 164,828 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 164,717 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 150,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 138,570 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 125,090 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 114,551 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 114,549 miles

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2019 106,943 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 87,661 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 87,660 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 70,025 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2016 53,330 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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FX63 ZGZ is a 2013 BMW 525 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 85,608 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX63 ZGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX63 ZGZ registered?

FX63 ZGZ is a 2013 BMW 525, first registered on 24 September 2013.

Is FX63 ZGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX63 ZGZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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